Front Seat Recliner Problems of Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Ford Explorer Sport Trac owners have reported 6 problems related to front seat recliner (under the seats category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Explorer Sport Trac based on all problems reported for the Explorer Sport Trac.

1 Front Seat Recliner problem of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Failure Date: 08/18/2005

I found a recall dated Aug. 5, 2003 on autosite. Com, but was informed that my VIN number was not in that particular recall by bohn Ford. I have a 2001 Ford sports trac. My seats just fall back without warning, does an accident have to occur for my seats to be repaired by Ford? shouldn't this be their responsibility? what vehicles were recalled in Aug. 5, 2003 if not my make and model?.

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2 Front Seat Recliner problem of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Failure Date: 11/25/2004

The driver's seat was unable to recline or able to move forward making the ability to drive for a taller person difficult. The consumer also heard a clicking noise when the heater was on. Manufacturer was contacted by owner.

3 Front Seat Recliner problem of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Failure Date: 10/17/2004

1 at approximately 45 mph vehicle went into a slide right rear axel broke off causing a rollover this occurred on wet pavement ! 2 drivers seat went into the reclining position, ejecting the driver into the rear seat causing his head to go through the passenger side rear door glass , braking bones in his left hand ,contusions and severe trauma to head and neck medical records and pictures available ! 3 the vehicle was a total loss . I am in possession of the failed seat it was repaired prior to the accident because of a factory defect Ford motor CO notified there has been no personal contact by their rep.

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4 Front Seat Recliner problem of the 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Failure Date: 08/01/2003

I was hit from behind and pushed into a vehicle in front of me. During the impact, my seatback (driver's) moved back slightly and the center of the seat back collapsed, causing me to injure my back.

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5 Front Seat Recliner problem of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Failure Date: 08/30/2002

Driver 's side seat recliner bolt broke. Brakes squealed constantly. Replaced left rear axle and seal. The consumer stated that while driving he smelled something burning and saw the vehicle was filled with smoke in the bed area from the brakes on passenger side. It was discovered that the brakes were too tight.

6 Front Seat Recliner problem of the 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Driver's side seat track had a failure that caused it to squeak and not to work efficiently. Dealership replaced this part 5 times, but problem still occurs.


Other Common Seats related problems of Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Problem Category Number of Problems
Front Seat Recliner problems
6
Seats problems
5
Mid/rear Seats Assembly problems
3
Front Seat Power Adjust problems
1
Front Seat Head Restraint problems
1


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